Judo
by Dancing with Fire on Jan 06, 2011 02:49:08
Judo is a Japanese word meaning "gentle way," and is a type of martial art that comes from the ancient Japanese martial art of
jujitsu, meaning "yielding way." In
1882, Dr.
Jigoro Kano, president of
Tokyo's University of Education, incorporated what he thought to be the best jujitsu techniques into what is now the sport of
judo. Judo emphasizes using balance, leverage, and movement in all of its skills, especially throws. Practitioners of judo wear a cotton uniform called a judogi, meaning "judo uniform," and sometimes referred to simply as a gi. These uniforms are usually white but can also be blue. They consist of loose
drawstring pants and a
quilted jacket which is fastened by an obi, or belt. The uniforms were originally created for judo but are now used for many different types of martial arts. The most noticeable thing to someone watching judo would likely be the variety of powerful throwing techniques. Grappling techniques are also important to learn, and include various control holds, arm and joint locks, pins, and choking techniques. Safety is emphasized in practice, and judo places importance both on fighting done standing and on the ground.
Example:
Judo prizes the idea of flexibility in the techniques, tailoring the technique to what is required in a particular moment. Strength is not as important as technique and skill, as well as timing. This enables
judo techniques to be performed effectively by a
smaller person on a much stronger person. Judo is popular today with people of all ages, throughout the world. It is an excellent way to stay in shape, as well as increase self-confidence and learn self defense. Body control is developed, as well as quick reflexes, balance, and effective self-defense should the need arise. Judo is also a competitive sport, introduced as such at the 1964 Olympics. This
Olympic sport was only open to men until 1988, when it was a women's demonstration sport; in 1992, judo became an official
Olympic medal event for women. There are also collegiate judo competitions in the United States. The system of ranks found in many martial arts, usually identified by belts of different colors, was first used in judo. The ranks recognize hard work, as well as increased knowledge and ability of the
martial art. There are separate junior ranks for children under 17 than there are for adults. Black belts are the highest ranks in judo, with ten different degrees of black belt.
Judo
by Judo Bum on Nov 04, 2010 08:57:57
the art of tossing, chucking,
heaving, throwing,
lobbing, tripping, pulling, hurling,
decking, lifting, launching a human body (usually living) for the purpose of self-defense, sport, or good fun.
Example:
Martin spun
the mugger around his torso and slammed him into the ground.
Scott commented, "Wow Martin, you slammed him so hard you left a
crater!"
Martin,
peeling the unconscious thug off of his back, replied, "Bet he won't see in color for a week!"
Laughing, Scott replied, "That's some good Judo."
Judo
by PeaceFrog Ultimate on Apr 12, 2010 06:22:20
JUDO ju·do//joo-doh - noun
1. A true feat of greatness in the sport of Ultimate in which one completes what is known as
a Callahan in lay-out form. Completion of this act usually results in a feeling of significant pride, availability of
bragging rights, and making your opponent feel foolish.
Example:
Did you see that girl's
layout callahan in the game against
Pitt? That must be Judo.
Judo
by Miss Misfit on Mar 14, 2007 08:43:10
1) The proper, real definition of the word "Judo" is that it is a Japanese martial art. It is a sport adapted from
jujitsu, which uses principles of not resisting, and is similar to wrestling.
2) A dumber, but also valid for this Urban Dictionary, version of the word Judo means "you don't", and is said by
sterotype rednecks. It is mentionned at least once on the show "
Blue Collar Comedy", and also in jokesites that have a 'redneck dictionary'.
judo
by teh castle on Jul 29, 2006 13:34:44
okay, none of these guy have a clue what judo is.
judo is a Japanese martial art, developed by
jigoro Kano in
1882. it derives form Japanese
ju-jitsu. its principle techniques are throws and grappling. but it does have strike techniques, but are seldom seen due to competition rules. it is a Martial art sport, mainly used for competition, but some of it could be used for self defense techniques.
seen in a lot of James bond movies,as most throws and take down in these movies are usually judo techniques. which was parodied in Austin powers.